Each promises to make focusing at night precise and easy. Do they work? Yes. And no. Plus: The Focus On Stars filter works...
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Askar (by Sharpstar) has announced the FMA180, a small, highly configurable unit that can serve as an APO astrograph with DSLR or mirrorless cameras....
Plus: Superb optics, with flat field for imaging; excellent fittings and finish Minus: 2-inch eyepieces and diagonal will not reach focus; no filter drawer...
A new big-aperture refractor providing top-class optical and mechanical performance to appeal to apo aficionados. Plus: Excellent optics and mechanics; suitable for both visual...
Plus: Superb optics, good for visual and photographic use; excellent fittings and finish Minus: No case provided; flattener can be hard to screw on...